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[…]in natural diets of many reptiles and amphibians. They contain nutrients not found in insects, and are likely a rich source of calcium. Several species are easy to collect and breed in captivity, but, unlike sowbugs, they rarely attract much attention from hobbyists (please see the article below for information […]
[…]well as “insurance”. Protein In their natural environment, young Green Iguanas consume both insects and vegetation before switching to a plant-based diet as they mature. While success has been had by using insects as a protein source for young iguanas, most keepers are better off relying upon legumes, such as […]
[…]to combat internal and external parasites. Diatomaceous earth is a desiccant, in that it kills insects by drawing moisture from their bodies. I believe it also clogs the spiracles, and so may interfere with respiration. Of course, an ant colony can send workers to replace those that are killed, but […]
[…]discovering a new species in the process. If allowed access to the bait, as described above, the insects will perish. If you wish to collect living insects, install a cloth or fine screen barrier above the bait. I’ve painted molasses on tree trunks, and was usually rewarded with an array […]
[…]variety of leafy greens, fruits, and vegetables. A small weekly meal of moist cat food, along with canned http://www.thatpetplace.com/pet-supplies-search#!Reptile-Supplies/reptile-food&ea_c=feeder-insects or live snails, earthworms and super mealworms, will satisfy their protein requirements. Vitamin, Minerals and Water The calcium requirements of all tortoises appear to be quite high. Food should be powdered with […]
[…]in SW New Mexico and West Texas. Surveys of the habitat are not complete, but already 14 endemic insects have been discovered. Bringing Lizards into the Spotlight In light of the above, I applaud PARC’s decision to focus this year’s work on lizards. Coordinated research, conservation, and educational efforts will be utilized […]
[…]write in for details) roaches, waxworms, crickets, butterworms, silkworms, super mealworms and canned invertebrates (grasshoppers, snails, silkworms) should all be provided. Wild Water Dragons add plants to their diet as they mature, but captives often reject non-living foods. Adding live insects to a bowl of kale, dandelion, apples, peaches and […]
[…]mantids Ants: not all are accepted; beware of large/aggressive species. Aphids: tiny insects that colonize plant stems. “Field Plankton”: insects gathered by sweeping through tall grass with a net. Tiny flies and gnats; consider the Bug Napper trap. Tiny millipedes and other leaf litter invertebrates Important food supplements include Zoo […]
[…]spiderlings and other tiny pets. Springtails (Collembolla sp.) Springtails are minute, primitive insects that can be collected from beneath leaf litter or purchased. They feed upon decaying vegetables and fish flakes, and breed readily. Wild-Caught Invertebrates Wild-caught invertebrates can impart important variety to captive diets. Learn to identify stinging and […]
[…]diet has been implicated in liver problems. Other important food items include earthworms, krill, canned snails, and freeze-dried river shrimp and, to a lesser extent, crickets, waxworms and other insects. Health Considerations Salmonella bacteria, commonly present in turtle digestive tracts, can cause severe illnesses in people. Handling an animal will […]
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